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Taco Cupcakes

Taco Cupcakes

Delicious Taco Cupcakes are a fun and easy appetizer that combines the flavors of tacos in a bite-sized treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 18 cupcakes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 oz Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 36 pieces wonton wrappers
  • 1 can Old El Paso™ Traditional Refried Beans 16 oz
  • 36 pieces tortilla chips crushed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • optional toppings sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, onion

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • skillet
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray 18 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  2. Brown beef in a skillet and drain the fat. Add the taco seasoning mix and water, and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Place one wonton wrapper in the bottom of each muffin cup. Layer about 1 tablespoon of refried beans on top of each wonton. Crush one tortilla chip on top of the beans. Top with 1 tablespoon of taco meat and 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese. Repeat the layers again with a wonton wrapper, refried beans, tortilla chips, taco meat, and cheese.
  4. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove cupcakes from tin and top with your favorite taco toppings (like sour cream, diced tomatoes, onion, or cilantro).

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 9g

Notes

These Taco Cupcakes are versatile, allowing for the use of turkey, plant-based crumbles, or different cheese varieties for unique flavors.

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